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| Sexually transmitted infection (STI) rates are skyrocketing in Canada, especially among the youth. More than half of all infectious disease cases reported are sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and those reports account for only an estimated 10% of all cases. The health effects of STIs, including infertility, can be significant and long-lasting, and the cost of treatment is a major drain on health resources. Young people are disproportionately represented in the affected population, with the highest rates among young women between the ages of 15-24. It’s time for Canadians to face the facts on sexually transmitted infections and drop the “safer sex” message that has so clearly failed to inform our young people and protect them from the consequences of casual sexual activity. |
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 Sexually Transmitted Infections - 2009 Fact Sheet |
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| It's time to face the hidden epidemic of STIs - Gudrun Schultz |
| Managing the sexually transmitted disease pandemic: A time for reevaluation - Dr. Steven Genuis |
| Condoms and reproductive health - Dr. Steven Genuis |
| Planned Parenthood: What your tax dollars support - Gudrun Schultz |
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| Public Health Agency of Canada - 2008 STI data tables |
| Public Health Agency of Canada - 2006 STI Brief Report |
| Public Health Agency of Canada - 2004 Canadian STI Surveillance Report |
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